Skype Blogs

News, stories, and updates from Skype

Free wireless access to keep in touch this Mother's Day

Last Mother’s Day, we found out that up to 1 in 6 of the nation’s mums could have been left without a card. The research, which was carried out by TNS Omnibus on behalf of Skype, showed that almost… Read more

Give the Gift of Video Calling

Can't be with your loved ones this month? One of the best ways to spend time with close friends and family this holiday season from afar is by using Skype video calling. Rather than send your loved ones a card… Read more

Share your greatest, craziest, or funniest Skype moments with us on Facebook!

Do you have an unforgettable moment that happened while you were on a Skype call? Whether it's truly amazing, utterly weird, totally inspiring, or just darn sidesplitting funny – we want to hear all about it. Starting today, Skype wants… Read more

Students get back to Skype when back to school

Striking out on your own for a university experience can be trying at first, but with Skype, you can keep your parents on the line while chatting up new friends from lecture. Setting off for university – especially when you'll… Read more

UNHCR dad sees his twin daughters and wife on Skype video everyday

Our partnership with UNHCR announced in November 2010 is having a positive effect on the relationships and well-being of many UNHCR employees. Here's one story. "As far as I am concerned, Skype is the main mode of communication to keep… Read more

Virtual Passover and Easter Meals

Are you celebrating Passover or Easter next week? With loved ones spread around the world, many families are now using Skype video calling to celebrate these special times together, despite the distance. With the family gathered around the table for… Read more

Celebrate UK Mother's Day with free Wi-Fi this weekend

New research shows that 1 in 6 mums could be left without a card this Mother’s Day as almost 20% of 25-34 year olds admit to forgetting to send their Mum a card on Mother’s Day! In a bid to… Read more

Skype invites the world to party in Dublin this St Patrick's Day

To celebrate St Patrick’s Day we’ve set up a St Patrick’s Day Skype Video Pod at the finishing post of the legendary St Patrick’s Day Parade in Dublin, so that those who can’t travel to the Emerald Isle don’t… Read more

Southern California Couple Gets Married Via Skype

While we'd never wish any couple to be apart for their own wedding, we are sure glad that Skype could play such a big role in the wedding of Samiel Kim and Helen Oh from Southern California, who couldn't be… Read more

Panasonic's Blu-Ray Line Up brings Skype to your Living Room

It seems like just yesterday that we brought Skype to your sofa with Skype-enabled HDTVs from Panasonic and Samsung. Just over a year later, we already have more ways for you to make video calls with the click of your… Read more

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